Handstand

/ˈhændˌstænd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An inverted position in which a person balances on their hands with their body upright and legs extended vertically.

She practiced her handstand every day to improve her balance and strength.

A gymnastic skill that involves balancing on the hands while the body is inverted.

The gymnast performed a flawless handstand during the routine.

A position used in yoga or fitness exercises for strength and flexibility training.

Achieving a perfect handstand requires a lot of core strength and focus.

The word 'handstand' combines 'hand' meaning the part of the body and 'stand' meaning to be in an upright position.

doing a handstand

Performing an inverted position on one's hands.

handstand push-up

An exercise where one performs push-ups while in a handstand position.

cartwheel

A sideways rotary movement, performed by putting the hands on the ground and rotating the body.

yoga

A practice that includes physical postures, including inverted positions like the handstand.

balance

The ability to maintain a stable position, crucial for executing a handstand.

Doing a handstand at a party or casual setting.

He just did a handstand on the beach after a few drinks!

Referring to a challenging or risky situation.

I felt like I was doing a handstand when I had to present my ideas.